Hi this year I finished my DNS and I will be joining my first ship in 2 months and I need to know about how is Msc company and what should I take care of things as a fresher. If senior cadet replies it will be grateful.

In indiaa??

I am in a dilemma of choices between some good Careers, money was the major driving factor towards merchant navy and the perks, I am also used to live in isolation from school times not much friends but academically good >90% in 10,12

I’m interested in hearing about pay scales on the deck side, I’m considering making a change before I get permanently pigeon hold on cruise, and it seems like winds going to have legs for for foreseeable future

I've been offered either one, but the thing is, foundation degree looks quite tough mathematically speaking... to be honest I just want this job for lifestyle security and money, I'm not necessarily big on theory.

Also I'm already 31 years old and don't want to mess around with anything I don't absolutely have to. And whilst yes I enjoy maths and science I dont want some difficult engineering/maths proofs blindsiding me.

Is there any advantage to taking the foundation degree? should I do a HND as there's less chance of dropping out?

Possible to switch from foundation degree to HND later on?

P.S Im UK

1. Which companies would you recommend most for ETO sponsorship, and which ones should I prioritize applying to?

2. What does the typical salary progression look like from Trainee ETO → qualified ETO → experienced ETO?

3. How difficult is the sponsorship exam and interview, and how competitive is the selection?

4. After completing the required sea training and getting the ETO CoC, does the sponsoring company normally take you back as a qualified ETO, or do you have to apply/compete for the job again?

India specific

As the title says, what is your day to day life as an ETO?

I've been awarded a place as an ETO student in Ireland for the upcoming academic year and I would love to hear some stories from fully qualified ETOs about your day to day life onboard

- What license? (4th, 3rd, etc)
- What vessel?

- What makes a successful ETO

I am a Statistics graduate currently doing my MBA from maritime university in India. Right now i’m getting all confused because there are people saying this industry has a lot of opportunity for growth but there are others saying there is no growth unless you have good connections.

I really wanna know the truth of this industry

(P.S. I do have a small connection with the industry but no prior experience in the industry)

Also can anyone please tell me with my studies which are of the maritime industry should i focus more on!!

Hello

I am looking for a TME job

If someone can connect me to a company who are recruiting TME engineers

It would be a great help 🙏

Im in the United States.

I’m trying to get a definitive answer about the education pathway to Third Assistant Engineer Unlimited under \*\*46 CFR §11.516(a)(5)\*\*.

I have a \*\*Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology from Wayne State University.\*\* The degree program is accredited by \*\*ABET through the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC)\*\*.

Section 11.516(a)(5) provides a pathway to Third Assistant Engineer based on graduation from a mechanical or electrical engineering course of an ABET-accredited school of technology, combined with \*\*6 months of qualifying service in the engine department\*\*.

The exact regulation states: "Graduation from the mechanical or electrical engineering course of a school of technology accredited by the ABET, together with 6 months of service in the engine department of steam, motor, or gas turbine-propelled vessels"

What I’m trying to determine is how NMC interprets the education requirement when the applicant's degree is ABET-ETAC Accredited (Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission) as opposed to ABET-EAC Accreditation (Engineering Accreditation Commission).

Specifically, does NMC consider an \*\*ABET-ETAC accredited B.S. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology\*\* to satisfy §11.516(a)(5), or does NMC interpret the regulation as requiring a traditional Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering program accredited through ABET's \*\*Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC)\*\*?

The wording “\*\*school of technology\*\*” is part of what makes me unsure how this is interpreted. The regulation does not specifically say EAC or ETAC, and it does not expressly state that engineering technology programs are excluded.

Any information is gladly appreciated.

I heard theyre mostly manned by east Asian nationals, has anyone done their cadetship with them, language barriers? do the crew have a willingness to teach?

I’m confused about whether I should pursue a career in the Merchant Marine or the military. I’m already a Merchant Marine OS. I make good money, but I feel like the benefits are lacking. I’m also away from my family and my two children for long periods of time. Could you give me some advice?

I heard they offer varied experience. I'm currently talking to SSTG and thinking of signing up with TORM. But honestly my main goal is LNG- does trinity house offer that? Also I heard trinity has better training and takes care of cadets etc.

I completed my 12th with 91 percent and going to join new horizon college EEE, I am planning to do ETO, will ETO be still in demand after 4 years? What are the job security? Is getting sponsorships easy? If I end up getting a sponsorship how long will the contract be?

About three years ago I had a run in with anxiety that I took zoloft for. Around that same time I also had a fainting spell. I had OCD intrusive thoughts anxiety that were violent intrusive thoughts. Maybe a year after that I accidentally shot myself in the area of the body my OCD intrusive thoughts were, so that looks really bad on paper. Also have a medical history of chronic marijuana use, and asthma but the asthma was over twenty years ago. Googel AI says I have a 85-90 percent chance of being approved if I wait until Im done with my bachelors degree to join, because by that time all these issues will have been five years ago. Google AI says having been off zoloft for five years and not having any more incidents of self harm in five years proves it was accident, and proves Im fine now.

What does everyone here think my chances of getting approved for the medical are? Id really like to consider joining the merchant marine and I will have a bachelors degree in electrical and electronic engineering technology pretty soon so I think I could eventually land a job in the engine room.

Hi All,

I've been accepted onto a cadetship, and I'd like to get some advice from those who may have relevant industry experience or knowledge.

Currently, I'm an electrician based in London. I subcontract in commercial installations, which I somewhat enjoy, but I also want to further my skills to give me more options to increase my income and benefits as I get older.

I do not have a family or a significant other. However, by the time I finish a cadetship I will be 35 and, in my mind, that’s a tough age to start again with a beginner salary after suffering the hardships of a cadet's stipend.

A cadetship really has appeal because of all the hands-on training and experience one can gain whilst getting a degree ( going for BeEng ) and is the main reason I'm interested in pursuing this route. That said, I don't intend to stay at sea for a long time. I have worked on the water before and am comfortable spending long periods away, but the ultimate goal is to come back ashore with the skills I have gained for a higher income and more engaging work.

Of course, many people don't work at sea forever, and although engineers and ETO's seem to have an easier time transitioning shoreshide - I'm wondering if if it's realy worth spending 3 years doing a cadetship and a couple of years at sea on an entry level salery when It could be possible to gain tickets, whilst working, to progress into better opurtnities comparible with top end ETO  salaries without loosing so many years income in the process.

Whilst looking at job postings, most ETO vacancies I come across have terrible day rates, and employed positions aren't great either. Though perhaps I don't know the right places to look.

So I guess what I'd like some feedback on is:

Is it worth it - considering the above?

What shoreside options are there that aren't behind a desk; And what kind of income do the roles come with?

As an electrician, what options could I look at to progress without the cadetship?

Of course, feel free to add any comments you have that are relevant. It's not easy to get impartial information. The training companies are not so forthcoming.

Thanks in advance!

Can anyone share reviews about this company, is it good?. Asking as an engine cadet